Advocacy: The Power of Story and Relationship

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What is public policy advocacy? Can you really make a difference? How does your story help the cause? How can you succinctly make your point and raise your voice to decision-makers? With a focus on advocacy aimed at Congress, we'll answer these questions together. Barter items will benefit the pantry associated with LYN House community center in Windsor Park. REQUIRED - BARTER ITEM: In order to attend, each student must bring at least one of the following to class, as payment to your teacher: Paper towel roll Pack of toilet tissue Box of tissues Box of business-sized envelopes Pack of napkins A monetary donation to Barter School Indy Something else (I agree to contact the teacher prior to class to arrange a barter item not listed) CLASS VOLUNTEER - Every class needs 1 volunteer. This acts as your barter item. To secure the class volunteer spot, email us at barterschoolindy@gmail.com ASAP. Barter School Indy runs on barter. Each teacher prepares their own list of barter items, and each student must bring a barter item to attend class. Questions or concerns about barter items? Feel free to contact us at barterschoolindy@gmail.com. TEACHER INFO: Lisa Marchal Lisa is an eastside resident seasoned in public policy advocacy due to her 10 years of work with an international anti-poverty grassroots advocacy organization. She's also an amateur vocalist, avid traveler, and huge fan of U2. bloomsbury73@hotmail.com